Free PNG to WebP Converter — Reduce Image Size Online

Convert PNG images to WebP format for smaller file sizes and faster loading. Free, private, browser-based converter with adjustable quality.

Drag & drop or click to upload a PNG image

Supports .png files

1% (smallest)100% (best)

Input Preview

Upload a PNG image to see preview

Output Preview

Converted WebP will appear here

All conversion happens locally in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.

Smaller Files, Same Quality

WebP compresses images 25-50% more efficiently than PNG. Speed up your website, save storage, and cut bandwidth costs — all while keeping transparency and sharp detail.

Up to 50% Smaller

Key Features

Superior Compression

WebP produces files 25-50% smaller than PNG with minimal quality loss.

Transparency Preserved

WebP supports full alpha transparency — your transparent PNGs stay transparent.

Lossy & Lossless Modes

Choose lossy for maximum compression or lossless for pixel-perfect quality.

Faster Page Load

Smaller images mean faster websites, better Core Web Vitals, and improved SEO.

Common Use Cases

Web Performance

Convert site images to WebP for faster loading and better SEO

Storage Savings

Reduce cloud storage costs with smaller image files

App Development

Use WebP for mobile apps to reduce bundle size and data usage

How this Free PNG to WebP Converter — Reduce Image Size Online works

This image optimization converter transforms PNG files into Google's WebP format, achieving significantly smaller file sizes while maintaining visual quality through advanced compression. The tool supports both lossy and lossless compression modes—lossy mode offers dramatic size reductions with adjustable quality (10-100%), while lossless mode preserves every pixel perfectly with moderate compression. Users upload PNG images via drag-and-drop, toggle between compression modes, adjust quality settings, and preview input/output images side-by-side with real-time file size comparison showing exact savings percentages. The converter uses the Canvas API to render PNG data and export as WebP using toDataURL('image/webp', quality), handling transparency channels correctly throughout the process. Common applications include optimizing website images for faster page loads, reducing bandwidth costs for image-heavy applications, preparing high-quality assets for modern browsers supporting WebP, or converting screenshot collections for efficient cloud storage.

How to Use

1

Upload PNG image

Drag and drop or click to select a PNG file from your device.

2

Set quality

Choose between lossy or lossless compression and adjust the quality level.

3

Convert & download

Click Convert to process your image, then download the smaller WebP file.

Example Usage

A PNG screenshot converted to WebP with 72% file size reduction while maintaining visual quality.

Input
screenshot.png (2.4 MB)
Output
screenshot.webp (680 KB at 85% quality)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WebP format?
WebP is a modern image format by Google that provides 25-35% smaller file sizes compared to PNG at equivalent quality, while supporting both lossy and lossless compression plus transparency.
Will I lose transparency?
No. WebP fully supports alpha transparency just like PNG. Your transparent backgrounds will be preserved perfectly during conversion.
How much smaller will my files be?
Typical PNG to WebP conversions reduce file size by 25-50% depending on the image content and quality settings. Screenshots and graphics often see the largest reductions.
Which browsers support WebP?
All modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera support WebP. Only very old browsers (IE11 and earlier) lack support.
Is this converter safe?
Yes. Everything runs in your browser using the Canvas API. Your images are never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy.

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